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No sinister reason. It was poorly worded and wanted to re-write when I was more awake.
My earlier suggestion was really to try and get the group to reach some internal consensus and try and take the lead rather than be dragged along by conflicting agendas. Very difficult I know but I really think it is the best way.
Otherwise you will end up playing the nod nod wink wink game alluded to above.
Only my view but I firmly believe management would be responsive to a straight approach with clear options from the group itself.